Be Ready

This short comedy follows the misadventures of a man trying to impress a woman by pretending to be a skilled handyman. His attempts to fix various household items inevitably lead to comical disasters, escalating the chaos with each new 'repair'. The film culminates in a series of escalating slapstick moments as his efforts to solve problems only create more.

As a short film from 1931, 'Be Ready' is primarily remembered for its simple, slapstick humor typical of the era. Contemporary reviews likely focused on its comedic timing and the performances of its actors in delivering physical gags. Modern critical assessment is limited due to its obscurity, but it's generally seen as a charming example of early sound comedy shorts.

• Delivers straightforward, physical comedy.

• Features amusing performances from its cast.

• A representative example of early sound comedy shorts.

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Vivian Vance, who later became famous as Ethel Mertz in 'I Love Lucy', had an early career in musical theater and film shorts like 'Be Ready' before her iconic television role.